Denver’s favorite and most celebrated cheeseburger spots range from historic dives serving classic, no-fuss patties to modern venues offering gourmet and inventive smashburgers.
In celebration of National Cheeseburger Day, we’ve put together a guide to Denver’s favorite cheeseburger places.
Iconic, old-school institutions
These legendary spots have been serving beloved cheeseburgers for decades and continue to be local favorites.
A quintessential, long-running hub where you can build your own cheeseburger with an extensive list of toppings.
Location: 2641 E 2nd Ave, Denver, CO 80206
Located on South Federal Boulevard, this beloved staple is known for its classic, old-school-style burgers that come with a side of chips instead of fries.
Location: 23 S Federal Blvd, Denver, CO 80219
Denver’s oldest bar, famous for its no-sign exterior, offers classic, no-frills burgers served wrapped in parchment paper with a tray of condiments for customization.
Location: 2376 15th St, Denver, CO 80202
New and noteworthy
This RiNo eatery is celebrated for its high-quality, juicy-yet-crispy smashburgers topped with a delicious garlic aioli.
Location: 2927 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80205
A spot inside the RiNo Country Club, Dalton’s is praised for its ultra-thin, crispy smashburgers and homemade secret sauce.
Location: 3763 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80216
Located in Larimer Square, this spot focuses on doing one thing exceptionally well: a double wagyu beef smash patty with melty cheese and their special sauce.
Location: 1441 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80202
Praised for having one of the best smashburgers in Denver, this neighborhood hangout features a double patty with perfectly crisp edges, grilled onions, and a special house sauce.
Location: 2651 W 38th Ave, Denver, CO 80211
Though primarily a steakhouse, the bar menu features a legendary wagyu cheeseburger with butterkäse cheese and zippy sauce, named a “Top Burger” by 5280 magazine
Location: 1600 15th St, Denver, CO 80202